However, given how poorly he hit in limited action last season and the fact that he’s now 36 years old it’s possible Branyan is just about finished. On the other hand, he’s certainly a worthwhile pickup on a no-risk deal and did smack 56 homers between 2009 and 2010.

I have been hoping for this. I don’t know where to look these things up, but I am sure Branyan has at least 2 of the top 5 HR at Yankee stadium by distance. If they just need someone to come in and DH against RHP, he could fit the bill nicely. On a minor league deal, I say MUSCLE UP!

While Branyan probably has been underrated during his career, the article’s use of career OPS compared to other players overstates Branyan’s case:
(1) OPS overvalues slugging compared to a more sophisticated measure like wRC+ for example and
(2) Branyan has received the platoon advantage more often during his career than the list of players to whom he is being compared.
Obviously, the comparison also ignores defensive value too.